The asteroid that’s set to drift past Earth this weekend is not the kind of object that usually catches public attention, even in astronomical circles where near-Earth flybys are fairly routine. Still, there are moments when the numbers line up in a way that makes people look twice. A rocky body several times taller than…
Years from now, most children probably won’t remember the toy they got on a random Tuesday or what they had for dinner on a school night. But they often remember how bedtime felt. The voice that read one more page. The question that made them smile. The hug that came before the lights went out….
For more than two decades, Tom Leppard chose a life that few could imagine. Living alone in a tiny stone hut on Scotland’s Isle of Skye, he survived without electricity, running water or modern comforts, relying instead on a nearby stream for water and a weekly kayak trip for supplies. Yet his isolated lifestyle was…
When it comes to choosing between Delhi and Noida for real estate investment, ₹1 crore is a significant budget. But in 2026, where does that money stretch further—Delhi or Noida? The answer totally depends on what your priorities are. Whether you value location over space, heritage over amenities, or stability over investment. Recent industry reports…
Every grand celebration needed a grand sweet, and laddoos rarely disappointed. Whether made from roasted gram flour, wheat or sesame, these bite-sized treats were enriched with dry fruits, saffron and pure ghee in royal kitchens. They travelled well, lasted longer than many desserts and became a staple at coronations, festivals and palace ceremonies, making them…
The Department of Fertilisers (DoF) has issued an Invitation for Expression of Interest (EOI) for setting up Green Urea plants and recently held a high-level pre-EOI meeting. The Centre has drawn up a roadmap to kickstart Green Urea production in India, proposing annual procurement of 7.24 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of Green Ammonia under the…
This image is used for representation purpose only (AI-generated image) After months of war, crippling sanctions, a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and repeated threats of escalation, the United States and Iran have digitally signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that has paused one of the Middle East’s most consequential conflicts in recent years.The…
Employee unions have sought a substantially higher fitment factor of 3.83. (AI image) 8th Pay Commission news: The Eighth Central Pay Commission is expected to adopt a measured approach while deciding the fitment factor, keeping in view the financial implications for both the Centre and the states as it moves into the concluding phase of…
Imagine an animal that began its life centuries before the Roman Empire reached its height and has quietly continued its daily routine ever since. According to recent reports, scientists have identified a giant Caribbean sponge believed to have lived for around 2,300 years, making it one of the oldest animals ever documented. The sponge is…
A temporary US sanctions waiver has put Iranian oil back on the table, but will Indian refiners return as buyers?While Washington has given Iran a 60-day window to export crude, Indian refiners are unlikely to rush back for those barrels. Most of their oil purchases for the coming months have already been booked, with state-run…
